Worcester Uni offers two PhD studentships

ByCommunity Team

Two new PhD studentships related to housing are on offer from the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies.  Both are fully funded and full-time.  The first will focus on the development and evaluation of a “best housing” assessment tool for people living with dementia, while the second will explore stigma and prejudice towards people with dementia in Extra Care housing.  Deadline for applications is 31 October and start date is 30 January.  www.worcester.ac.uk

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